More than 330 eight graders from Stephens Middle School recently took a field trip to McKay High School to learn about Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs they can join as freshmen next fall. "We've been really happy with the [...]

Eighth-grade students from Leslie Middle School got to visit Career and Technical Education classes at South Salem High School last week. Called "CTE Showcases," these field trips let middle school students get a taste of what CTE classes in high [...]

We are proud to recognize West Salem High School Track & Field coach Erich Herber, who has been named the National Federation of State High School Associations’ Northwest Coach of the Year. The award singles out the top track & [...]

Last spring, there was a harmful algae bloom at Detroit Lake, which impacted the drinking water in Salem and surrounding communities. City leaders tested the water daily for several weeks, and updated the community on the water’s toxicity. The problem [...]

The Inspire Foundation and Salem-Keizer Public Schools are pleased to be partners in a monthly recognition of Career and Technical Education students who demonstrate professional skills. Called “Professionals of the Month,” students in all 47 CTE classrooms in high schools [...]

Mark your calendars for Thursday, February 28th! The ECHS prospective student open house starts at 6:30 pm and goes util 8:00 pm. This is one of the best ways to get direct information and perspective on what applying for and [...]

Question: How will I know if my student has been assigned to a new school next year? Answer: All parents/guardians of students assigned to a new school should receive a letter from the district before Feb. 20. If you think [...]

The Salem-Keizer Board of Directors voted 5-2 last night to approve the boundary adjustment proposal brought forward by the Boundary Review Task Force. Directors Blasi and Lippold opposed. The boundary adjustments will go into effect for the 2019-20 school year [...]

Eighth grader Jesus Adrian Valdez Ceja from Stephens Middle School designed the new Marion County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) patch. Deputies in the MCSO East County Service District will wear the new patch on their uniforms, said Sheriff Jason Myers at a [...]

As we begin to see cooler temperature throughout our community, it’s important to know how SKPS will communicate with you if there's a school closure or delay. In the event of bad weather, district officials will make the decision by [...]